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SETTING UP BATH UNIT
Use the following procedures to set up the Bath Unit.
a.
hose (2)
b.
c.
source.
d.
two methods:
CAUTION
To prevent equipment damage, be sure that hose
couplings are free of dirt or foreign matter and that
coupling gaskets are in place before coupling hoses.
Connect suction hose strainer (1) to male end of 25-foot l-inch water
and secure coupling locking levers (3).
Connect female end of water hose (4) to water pump suction port (5).
place water pump (6) on level surface approximately 20 feet from water
Be sure suction lift does not exceed 15 feet.
Place suction hose assembly and strainer into water source using one of
(1) Place strainer (1) on mound of stones or gravel and make large pile
of stones upstream from strainer to divert debris from strainer.
(2) Build a tripod using tree branches and suspend strainer from
tripod.
Build a barrier using tree branches upstream from strainer to prevent
leaves, weeds or other debris from entering the strainer.
e.
Place water heater (7) on level ground approximately 5 feet from water
pump (6).
If possible arrange suitable shelter or wind break for water heater
(7) to conserve fuel.
f.
Connect male coupling of 1 1/2 inch water hose (8) to water pump (6)
and connect female end of hose to water heater (7) intake.
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